Duster, BDR's Mascot and the Poster Dog for "Unadoptables"

Our big, beautiful Duster is pretty much the poster dog for "unadoptables." He's HUGE, black, male, middle-aged, fearful with strangers, dislikes most other dogs, and would be a disaster in a household with cats. He's also one of the great loves of our life.

We can't say it's always been easy, but Duster has taught us so much about patience, and trust. He is gentle as a lamb with people he loves, and he's grown very attached to our other rescue pup, a Brittany named Pepper.

In the 8 months since we opened our heart and home to Duster, we have discovered that earning his love and his trust is rewarding in ways we could never have anticipated. Although he is regal and reserved with strangers, Duster is a total clown with us - a true goofball and a fast and funny friend.

It should also be noted that we created Black Dog Rescues as a result of taking Duster under our wing, and for that inspiration we love and thank him, forever.